The Series is a medium-sized, premium sedan from BMW that slots in between the BMW’s bread-and-butter model, the 3-Series, and the flagship model, the 7-Series. The new 2016 BMW 5-Series luxury sedan is a redesigned model of the 2015 5-Series and the sixth generation in the lineup, blends a horde of commanding diesel, petrol, and hybrid powertrains with a soft ride and a comfortable interior.

2016 BMW 5-Series changes

2016 BMW 5-Series redesign, Exterior

The external dimension of 2016 BMW 5 stretches 193.1 x 73.2 x 57.6 inches in length, width and height respectively make it approximately the same dimension as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicle, the one among its closest competitors. Unlike the E-Class, However, the new 5-Series will not be offered in a wagon body style in America. The 2016 5-Series comes with a stylish front fascia that includes round-angled headlights and a sparkling, neat bumper. The automaker has managed to keep its typical double-kidney grille design at the same time as complying with severe European pedestrian safety standards simultaneously. The back end of the vehicle comes with modern LED tail lamps and automatic Xenon headlights that make the vehicle immediately identifiable after the sun is set.

BMW 5-Series 2016 Interior

The new BMW 5-Series 2016 sedan is expected to come with a more luxurious interior than its predecessor. The cabin of the sedan is spaciously designed to comfortably accommodate five adult passengers, with a trunk space of 14 cubic feet. The vehicle can be ordered with a horde of diverse trim surfaces, including brushed aluminum and real wood. It comes with the improved USB and Bluetooth as a standard internal feature. Currently in the new vehicle, Venetian Beige interiors are improved by black mat. Some of the standard internal features offered for all models of the new BMW 5-Series include:  Leather-covered sport steering wheel.  Bluetooth connectivity.  Improved Bluetooth and smartphone incorporation.  LED fog lights.  Navigation system.  Auto-dimming ambient illumination.  Incorporated garage door opener.  12-volt power outlets.

Engine, Horsepower

BMW offers an upgraded engine to all models of the 2016 5-Series. Each model has their own engine that may satisfy the power requirements of buyers. The base model of the new %-series comes equipped with 1.5-liter, 3-cylinder turbocharged engine to produce a maximum of 180 HP power and 200 lbs per foot torque and it is capable of offering 45 mpg when the vehicle is driven on the highways. The average model of the 5-Series is equipped a new model 2.0-liter engine to offer the essential power of 350 HP and 340 lbs per foot torque. This engine consumes less fuel that accounts for 25 % than the engine of the outgoing model. The M model, which is the luxury model of the new vehicle comes equipped with a commanding V8 engine to get the sufficient power of 600 HP to vie with the Audi RS6, its major rival. All models of the new 2016 BMW 5-Series are mated to a mechanical transmission, with the xDrive four-wheel drive system of BMW an extra price.

Release Date and Price

The new BMW 5-Series 2016release date is expected to be during the second half of 2015. Each model has its own starting price that ranges from $ 50,000 to $ 150,000, according to the model.